Suspension Noise problems of the 2003 Subaru Baja

One problem related to suspension noise has been reported for the 2003 Subaru Baja. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2003 Subaru Baja based on all problems reported for the 2003 Baja.

1 Suspension Noise problem

Failure Date: 01/20/2012

The contact owns a 2003 Subaru Baja. The contact stated that while turning at 2 mph, a noise was heard coming from the rear passenger side. The vehicle was maneuvered to the shoulder and the contact smelled a burning odor. Upon examining the vehicle, the contact also noticed that the rear passenger tire was rubbing onto the wheel well and melting. The vehicle was then towed to a private mechanic and the contact was informed that the rear suspension rusted away from the sub frame. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileages were 141,000.




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